In Bihar’s Siwan, coaching students were seen sitting on the roadside and giving exams. This viral video shows the lack of education infrastructure and the determination of the students. On this, people have criticized the system and praised the spirit of the students.
A video from Siwan district of Bihar is going viral on social media. In this, some children are seen sitting on the side of a village road and giving a test. In this clip shared on X, students are sitting in lines and some are giving their exams while standing, while bikes and people are passing by. The caption accompanying the video claimed that these children were from a coaching institute and such scenes reflected the condition of education in Bihar.
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No classroom, just open road
This video is attracting people’s attention because of its strange setting. There is neither a proper classroom, nor a bench nor a desk. Instead, the roadside itself has been made a temporary exam hall. Despite the noise and bustle around them, the students seem to be concentrating on their papers. For many viewers, this sight is both shocking and worrying.
Mixed reactions on social media
There are strong reactions online regarding this video. Some users expressed concern over the lack of basic facilities. He said that while the country talks about smart classrooms and digital learning, many students are still studying in such conditions. In one comment it was described as a place ‘where the open air is the classroom’. Another user wrote that this shows that many parts of the country are still far behind in terms of education infrastructure.
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Criticism of systems and infrastructure
Many users blamed the shortcomings of the education system for this. He said that government schools are not able to cater to the needs of all the students, hence overcrowded coaching centers are becoming common.
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Some also linked this situation to Bihar’s low literacy rate and argued that such conditions make it more difficult for children to learn properly.
Focus on students’ passion
At the same time, many people also praised the dedication of the students. Despite the lack of proper facilities, they were taking exams and trying to learn. Some users said that students from Bihar often perform well in national level examinations and get admission in top institutions. He said that this shows the strong will and hard work of the students.
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Although most of the reactions were thought-provoking, some comments online were also insensitive. Others criticized such comments and said the focus should be on improving education and helping students.
Attention to a big issue
This viral video has once again drawn attention to the challenges faced by students in many parts of India. This reflects both the lack of infrastructure and the determination of young learners. Experts say it is important to improve infrastructure such as classrooms and study spaces to ensure better learning conditions for all students.